[Source: Bishop Rob's tweets]
Bishop Rob Wickham, Bishop of Edmonton and the Diocese of London Bishop for ALMA, visited Mozambique from 29 March to 8 April 2017. He visited Maputo in Lebombo, and also represented the Diocese of London at the enthronement of Bishop Vicente Msosa as Bishop of Niassa.
We record here the tweets and pictures that Bishop Rob made during his visit. (There are also pictures from the enthronement in the News Section.)
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton This was a wonderful welcome to Maputo. Bp Dinis
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Welcome to the new bishop of Niassa
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton What a fabulous occasion in Lichinga
ALMALondonD Bishop Rob greets the newly enthroned Bishop of Niassa in Lichinga today#welcome Bishop Vicente
ALMALondonD Bench of Bishops in Lichinga#celebrating partner diocese's new Bishop#Bishop Rob in Mozambique
Some downtime after the enthronement
Bp Vicente and his family
The dream team of Niassa clergy with their new bishop. Today lots of fun talking about #cv2020 @dioceseoflondon #almavisit
The clergy of Niassa discussing Ephesians 4. What gifts do you have?
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton One priest in Mozambique has 54 churches. Also the avg. no. of confirmation candidates per service is over 100. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton The key to church growth in Mozambique is prayer and lay leadership. Inspiring stories in Africa. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton The vibrant St Pauls Lichinga gladly receive news from @Jameschughesdon and St Paul's Old Ford #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Old Ford letter
That mosquito I heard buzzing last night was, in fact, inside the mosquito net. It's obviously been feasting! #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton This walk to the Bishop of Niassa's Cathedral made me think of pilgrims going to the isle of Ely #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton It was only after this photo was taken that the Bishop of Niassa told me about the crocodiles #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmontonBut the cathedral of St Barnabas was glorious #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 4
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As was the school, health centre and Credit Union, All supported by ALMA. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon also Tutu desks!
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 4
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How's this for a fabulous view. On our way back from the Niassa diocesesan Cathedral #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 6
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I'm visiting churches & meeting ordinands. Oh and I've just had a hot shower and feel epic! We have water! #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 6
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Fabulous evening of worship and celebration for Alma tonight. Even a quick glimpse of @BishGloucester on film. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Now travelling across Maputo Bay to visit the seminary. Not a bad commute by boat #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 7
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Well that was dramatic. The charcoal on the back of the car just caught fire. Lots of quick action from bystanders & all ok. #almavisit
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 7
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Yesterday Bp Vicente rushed with police to get his sheep back from thieves & last week the Niassa Diocesan computer was stolen. #Almavisit
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 7
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I hope what you are reading in #almavisit encourages fundraising for the @dioceseoflondon Lent Appeal. Please support.
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Here's what seminary accommodation looks like in Maputo. Please help @dioceseoflondon raise funds to build a new one. #almavisit
ALMA London @ALMALondonD Apr 7
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ALMA London Retweeted Rob Wickham
London and Lebombo are both raising funds for the new seminary this Lent
Rob Wickham @bpedmontonSt John Infulene church was literally built by the congregation with help from ALMA. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
ALMA London @ALMALondonD Apr 7
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ALMA London Retweeted Rob Wickham
Great to see the progress since 2015 - doors, windows, concrete floor and internal plastering. What a congregation!
Rob Wickham @bpedmontonHere are the wonderful ordinands preparing for ordination and here is the site for the new Seminary #almavisit #lentappeal @dioceseoflondon
ALMA London @ALMALondonD Apr 7
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ALMA London Retweeted Rob Wickham
Can we build the new seminary in time for these ordinands?
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 7
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Tonight - the first Anglican church in Maputo celebrating 100 years this year. We walked the way of the cross. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
Rob Wickham @bpedmonton Apr 8
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Mixed emotions this morning after final sleep in Mozambique. Learning so much but these lovely children await. #almavisit @dioceseoflondon
So there we have it #almavisit draws to a close. Now Maputo airport bound for London. Thanks for following. Blog to follow. @dioceseoflondon
ALMA London @ALMALondonD Apr 8
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ALMA London Retweeted Rob Wickham
Praying for Bishop Rob's homeward journey#alma visit#Mozambique